To find fault is easy; to do better may be difficult.
The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.
A mediocre idea that generates enthusiasm will go further than a great idea that inspires no one.
Courage is one step ahead of fear.
There is a certain majesty in simplicity which is far above all the quaintness of wit.
Power is not revealed by striking hard or often, but by striking true.
The main dangers in this life are the people who want to change everything — or nothing.
Real education should educate us out of self into something far finer; into a selflessness which links us with all humanity.